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1 Accommodation Guide Autumn 2019 kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation

2 Contents Life in Bournemouth Your new home Lansdowne Point Your room at Lansdowne Point Accommodation dates and prices How to book How to pay Find out more Bournemouth Train Station Large Supermarket Small Supermarket Lansdowne Point and Bournemouth University International College Central Gardens Post Office Students Union Central Shopping District al k The Square Lower Gardens East Cliff Lift w te nu i -m 10 ely t a m i Approx Bournemouth Beach West Cliff Lift Bournemouth Pier 2 Bournemouth University International College kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 3

3 Life in Bournemouth Bournemouth is a well-known tourist destination situated on the south coast of England, less than 2 hours from London. It attracts visitors from around the UK and beyond, and is famous for its 12km of sandy beaches, beautiful parks and gardens, and cosmopolitan environment. Bournemouth is a busy and thriving town, large enough to have all the facilities of a big town but small enough that you never feel lost. Experience Bournemouth History Music Sport Learn about the town s culture at the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum an amazing mix of treasures from around the world including famous paintings and historical artefacts. See some of the world s biggest talents perform at the Bournemouth International Centre or enjoy outstanding musical shows at the Pavilion Theatre. Nature Sample new and exciting cuisines from around the world: try freshly caught local seafood including Dorset rock oysters (some of the best in the country), or international cuisine including Indian, Lebanese, Italian and Mexican. International College students have access to SportBU, located on the Talbot Campus. You can also enjoy the award-winning facilities at the Littledown Centre, including a large swimming pool with water slides, well-equipped gyms and fitness classes. Take a relaxing walk through Bournemouth s beautiful gardens, including Alum Chine s tropical gardens by the sea. Shopping Explore a variety of shops in the town centre or visit Castlepoint Shopping Park, just a few miles away. Food Outside the town Take a trip out of town and visit iconic English attractions like Stonehenge, the New Forest National Park and Salisbury Cathedral, along with UNESCO World Heritage sites, the City of Bath and the Jurassic Coast. Getting around Buses: Bournemouth has frequent services around the town centre. There are also buses that go out of town to nearby locations such as Poole, Salisbury, Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck. Trains: the town has one main station, Bournemouth. There are direct trains to London, as well as to many locations all around the UK. Ferries: fast services run from nearby Poole, Weymouth, Portsmouth and Southampton. Visit places such as Jersey, Guernsey, and even northern coastal towns in France. Taxis: although they are more expensive than public transport, taxis can be convenient for shorter journeys. Airport: regional and long-haul flights from Bournemouth and Southampton Airports take you to many exciting destinations in Europe and around the world. Now you know more about living in the town, read on to find out what your new home in Bournemouth has to offer. 4 Bournemouth University International College kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 5

4 Your new home Lansdowne Point offers ultra-modern accommodation, located on-site at Bournemouth University International College. Read below to find out more. Conveniently located Lansdowne Point is connected to the College. It is also within easy reach of the town centre and close to supermarkets, restaurants and cafés. Well-equipped All bedrooms include a large single bed, study desk, chair, private bathroom and lots of storage. You can prepare your own meals in the kitchen areas, or enjoy delicious snacks, hot and cold beverages at our fantastic on-site coffee shop, The Compass. Multicultural In your new home, you will have the chance to live and make friends with people from all over the world. It is a great chance to learn more about different countries and cultures. Private and clean Relax in your own bedroom with private bathroom, in a flat with modern kitchen facilities. Each kitchen contains an initial set of household cleaning products, and a weekly cleaning service of communal areas is included in the accommodation cost. There is a laundry room on the ground floor for you to wash your clothes. The accommodation is a safe place to live and everything is in perfect condition. It s very close to the College and is the best place to stay. Tiziana Muñoz Almanza (right), Argentina Platinum bedroom Safe and secure Feel at ease in the residence with secure access doors, CCTV coverage, and 24-hour help at reception to solve any problems. Entertainment Relax in shared common rooms which are equipped with a range of exciting entertainment facilities ideal for spending time with your new friends. You can also enjoy stunning sea views from the common room on the 12th floor. Independent living Our accommodation is designed for independent student life. This means students will be responsible for cleaning their own rooms and clothes, and cooking their own meals. Included benefits All bills (electricity, gas and water) and internet (broadband and WiFi) are included in the accommodation price. You will also receive a free student starter pack containing useful items, basic bedding and cooking equipment (see to the right for more details). Student starter pack To make your move as easy as possible, we have created a starter pack that provides many of the basic items you will need to settle into your new accommodation, so you don t have to rush around the shops on your first day. This is an extra benefit that would not be available in privately rented accommodation. Bedding Duvet with duvet cover Pillow with pillow case Fitted sheet Cooking equipment Large stainless steel frying pan Stainless steel saucepan Slotted nylon turner Nylon ladle Vegetable peeler Plastic colander Solid nylon spoon Slotted nylon spoon Tin opener Tableware Cutlery (fork and spoon only)* Dinner plate Side plate Cereal bowl Mug Glass tumbler Other Toilet roll Small hand towel Welcome toiletries pack (including miniature bath and shower gel, hand and body lotion, shampoo and conditioner and soap) Please note: actual contents of the student starter pack may vary. * For legal reasons the College is not permitted to provide knives of any kind to students. 6 Bournemouth University International College

5 Lansdowne Point Room type: study bedrooms Available to: all students Time to college: 1-minute walk Modern, purpose-built, 16-floor building 24-hour, on-site management team Attached to the College Coffee shop on the ground floor Location Central Bournemouth location, close to shops and restaurants, and just 500 metres from Bournemouth train station. Distance to the College The College could not be closer it is part of the same building and less than a minute s walk away. Accommodation Fantastic modern study bedrooms with private shower rooms, storage space and a shared kitchen. There are also options of single-gender and under-18 flats*. Internet WiFi is available to all students throughout the building. * Subject to availability. Kitchen Modern shared or private kitchens with regular cleaning included for the shared option. Facilities Lansdowne Point includes a big games room and social areas. In addition, as a College student you can access the ground floor and first floor facilities in the College during the evenings and at weekends. These include the Knowledge Hub, huddle rooms, seminar rooms and two IT suites. Coffee Shop The Compass is located on the ground floor and it is an inviting place for meeting your friends and enjoy a selection of snacks, hot and cold beverages. Social spaces Students have access to a common room with large TV and stunning views of Bournemouth and the sea. There is also a games room with a video game console, table tennis, snooker table and table football. Cleaning Each kitchen is provided with an initial set of household cleaning products, and a weekly cleaning service of communal areas is included in the accommodation cost. A shared laundry room is located on the ground floor. Security You can feel safe and secure in your new home with on-site security staff and concierge 24/7, round-the-clock security cameras, and secure door entry systems. kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 7

6 Your room at Lansdowne Point Our modern, purpose-built accommodation provides an outstanding living and learning environment where students can enjoy a comfortable, safe and friendly home. Room type Approximate room size Room information 13.5m 2 - Large single bed - Contemporary study space with desk, chair, shelving, cupboard and pin board - Wardrobe, bedside unit and storage space - Private bathroom equipped with shower, toilet and basin - Large, shared kitchen with dining area and sofas Deluxe 19m 2 - All classic study bedroom features - Much larger rooms, located throughout the building Studio 20m 2 - Self-contained private flat with private kitchen facilities - Large single bed - Contemporary study space with desk, chair, shelving, armchair, coffee table, cupboard and pin board - Wardrobe, bedside unit and storage space - Private bathroom equipped with shower, toilet and basin My accommodation is comfortable and makes me feel at home. I think the new building is very good close to the sea and town centre. There are many great places where you can relax and make new friends, play games and have fun. Yelyzaveta Kiiko (left), Ukraine bedroom 8 Bournemouth University International College

7 Accommodation dates and prices* The tables below show the standard payment structure for accommodation in Autumn You can pay any amount, from the minimum holding fee, to the total accommodation price, in your first payment. Room type Start date For students starting Foundation Certificate, International Year One and Pre-Master s courses Accommodation length End date Number of weeks Number of terms First payment (holding fee) including 250 deposit (before you arrive) Second payment (when you arrive) Third payment (before second term) Total accommodation price Courses starting in September 6,170 n/a 7,170 Deluxe 14/09/19 20/06/ term 6,410 n/a 7,410 Studio 7,450 n/a 8,450 5,100 2,550 8,650 Deluxe 14/09/19 29/08/ term 5,300 2,650 8,950 Studio 6,233 3,117 10,350 Courses starting in November 4,428 2,214 7,642 Deluxe 26/10/19 29/08/ term 4,604 2,302 7,906 Studio 5,425 2,713 9,138 Room type Start date For students starting Pre-Sessional English and fast-track courses Accommodation length End date Number of weeks Number of terms First payment (holding fee) including 250 deposit (before you arrive) Courses starting in August Second payment (when you arrive) Third payment (before second term) Total accommodation price For students progressing to BU in January ,826 n/a 9,826 2 terms - Deluxe 03/08/19 05/09/ ,168 n/a 10,168 stage 3A Studio 10,764 n/a 11,764 Courses starting in September For students progressing to BU in January ,986 n/a 8, terms - Deluxe 07/09/19 05/09/ ,298 n/a 9,298 stage 3B Studio 9,754 n/a 10,754 Courses starting in October For students progressing to BU in January ,482 n/a 8,482 1 term Deluxe 28/09/19 05/09/ ,776 n/a 8,776 fast Track Studio 9,148 n/a 10,148 6,978 n/a 7,978 1 term - Deluxe 19/10/19 05/09/ ,254 n/a 8,254 stage 4A Studio 8,542 n/a 9,542 For students progressing to BU in September ,540 2,270 7,810 4 terms - Deluxe 26/10/19 05/09/ ,720 2,360 8,080 stage 1A Studio 5,560 2,780 9,340 Courses starting in November For students progressing to BU in January ,642 n/a 7,642 1 term - Deluxe 02/11/19 05/09/ ,906 n/a 7,906 stage 4B Studio 8,138 n/a 9,138 6,474 n/a 7, term - Deluxe 09/11/19 05/09/ ,732 n/a 7,732 Fast Track Studio 7,936 n/a 8, term - 6,306 n/a 7,306 Deluxe 16/11/19 05/09/20 42 Stage 5 / 6,558 n/a 7,558 Studio MEP (6 weeks) 7,734 n/a 8,734 Courses starting in December For students progressing to BU in September ,980 1,990 6, terms - Deluxe 30/11/19 05/09/ ,140 2,070 7,210 stage 1B Studio 4,887 2,443 8,330 For students progressing to BU in January ,802 n/a 6,802 Deluxe 07/12/19 05/09/20 39 MEP (3 weeks) 6,036 n/a 7,036 Studio 7,128 n/a 8,128 *All prices shown are valid for students who have signed their Accommodation Agreement and paid their 1st accommodation payment by 14th December After this date, prices for the academic year may increase by up to 2%. Accommodation for students under 18 years of age: where possible, the College will accommodate students under 18 years of age in a single-sex flat with other students under 18 years old. If this option is not available, we will notify the student s parents or legal guardian to offer alternative accommodation. Students aged under 18 on their start date are expected to live in College-arranged housing. Your 250 deposit will be returned to you when you move out of your room. Please note, your deposit will not be fully returned if the room is damaged or left in bad condition, or if there are any accommodation penalty charges outstanding. Please note: the College reserves the right to change the properties advertised and / or prices quoted. If this happens, alternative options of an equivalent standard will be made available at similar prices. All prices shown are correct at time of publication but are subject to change. Published November kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 9

8 How to book Follow the simple steps below to book your accommodation. Use the answers to the right for more help. Step 1 Use the Accommodation Dates and Prices page in this guide to choose the option that matches your course dates. Step 2 When applying to study on a course, you can indicate your preferred room type on the application form. We will then record your accommodation preferences and send you further information with your tuition offer letter. OR If you have already completed the course application form, you can complete the online Accommodation Form to indicate your accommodation preferences, based on the information given in this guide. Step 3 Once you have accepted your offer, we will be able to confirm your accommodation option. We will reserve a room for you and send you an Accommodation Agreement. You will then need to complete the following steps in order to secure your booking: 1) Fill in your guarantor details on the Accommodation Agreement. 2) Both you (the tenant) and your guarantor will need to read and sign the Accommodation Agreement, and then return it by the accommodation confirmation date, which can be found in the Agreement. A third person must also witness the signatures, and provide their own details on the Agreement. 3) If you have not done so already, you will also need to pay a holding fee to secure the room. This will be credited towards your overall accommodation fees. Step 4 When you are ready to come to the UK and have booked a flight, you will need to confirm your arrival details by completing the online Pre-Arrival Form. The College will be able to book and confirm transfers for you, and more details are provided in the Pre-Arrival Guide. Please submit your arrival details at least two weeks before you fly to ensure the College and your accommodation are prepared for your arrival. Questions and answers What is a guarantor? A guarantor is someone who will be legally responsible for any accommodation fees you fail to or are unable to pay. May I change the length of my accommodation contract? You may not change your contract length after you have booked and signed your Accommodation Agreement. What is the Accommodation Agreement? The Accommodation Agreement is a contract confirming the details of your accommodation. By signing your Accommodation Agreement, you are agreeing, under UK law, to pay for your accommodation for the full length of the accommodation contract. What is the Holding Fee? The holding fee indicates to us that you are interested in taking our accommodation. It is and can be paid at any time in the application process. Once you receive your Accommodation Agreement, the is then divided into 250 for the security deposit and 750 towards the next payment of your accommodation fees. What is evidence of payment? Evidence of payment can be a copy of the payment receipt, bank statement, banker s draft or via Flywire. What happens if I miss the accommodation confirmation deadline? You must complete the required steps in order to secure your booking. If you fail to do so by the accommodation confirmation date, your agreement may be cancelled and your room given to another student to book. If your Accommodation Agreement is cancelled, and you tell us that you would still like to book college accommodation, you will be offered the next available room. If you decide not to take this room, refund of any fees paid will only be granted in line with Kaplan International Pathways Terms and Conditions, and may be subject to an administration fee being deducted. When can I move into my room? You will be able to move into your room from the start date of your contract, but only after you have sent us your signed Accommodation Agreement and first payment. Can I get a refund if I leave the College? If you leave the College for any reason after starting your course, accommodation fees will not be refunded. Accommodation guarantee dates We can guarantee accommodation to all students who submit their Accommodation Form before the dates below, and have accepted their offer to study. Accommodation start date Guarantee deadline* August st July 2019 September st August 2019 October st September 2019 November st October 2019 December st November 2019 * While every effort will be made to allocate your first choice, we cannot guarantee this, and you may be offered another accommodation type or location. If you submit your form after the date listed, we cannot guarantee you accommodation but will make every effort to find suitable housing for your studies at the College. 10 Bournemouth University International College kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 11

9 How to pay Read the below information to find out how you can make payments towards your accommodation. Payment structure First payment (holding fee) to be made before you arrive in the UK (includes the 250 deposit) (minimum) Remaining payments Depending on your accommodation option, pay the remaining amount when you arrive at the College and before your second term (if applicable) How can I pay? Before you arrive, you can make your first payment using one of the methods below: Bank transfer / credit or debit card to Flywire. 1. Visit BUIntCollege.flywire.com 2. Choose your country and the amounts you are paying in GBP 3. Choose your payment method and make your payment to Flywire 4. Enter the payer details and those of the student you are paying for 5. Track and confirm your payment by , SMS or by logging into BUIntCollege.flywire.com Bank draft in Pounds Sterling payable to Bournemouth University International College for the deposit. Electronic Transfer in Pounds Sterling for the deposit to the following account: Bank Account Name: Kaplan Bournemouth Limited Bank Name: HSBC Bank plc Sort Code: Bank Account Number: BIC: HBUKGB4B IBAN NO: GB76 HBUK Bank Address: 60 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4N 4TR Remember to include evidence of your first payment when you return your signed Accommodation Agreement to reserve your chosen accommodation option. Remember to include your family name and student number (found on your offer letter) as payment reference. When you arrive at the College, you can pay your remaining accommodation fees by Flywire. Please note: The 250 deposit is used to book your accommodation and will be returned to you when you move out of your accommodation. Your deposit will not be fully returned if the room is damaged or left in bad condition or dirty, or if there are any accommodation penalty charges outstanding. If your visa application is unsuccessful, please send a copy of your visa refusal documents (or other evidence) to your Admissions Advisor for review. A decision will then be made regarding eligibility for refund in line with the company s terms and conditions. If we do not receive the first payment and signed Accommodation Agreement, you will not be able to move into your room. Students who are under the age of 18 on arrival in the UK may be asked to pay all their accommodation fees before they arrive. 12 Bournemouth University International College kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-accommodation 13

10 Find out more Visit the links below or contact us for more information. We look forward to helping you make Bournemouth your new home! Useful links: kaplanpathways.life/bournemouth-housing kaplanpathways.com/bournemouth-applicants bournemouth.ac.uk/study/international-students bournemouth.ac.uk/discover/student-life-support bournemouth.co.uk Search: KaplanPathways #KaplanLife Contact details envelope Bournemouth University International College Holdenhurst Road Bournemouth, BH8 8GN For accommodation queries: PHONE Central Accommodation Team: +44 (0) For arrival and any other queries: PHONE College: +44 (0) All information is correct at time of publication and is subject to change. Published November bournemouth.ac.uk/international-college